Over the weekend, she said she got a call telling her no rides would be provided this week because of Super Bowl Boulevard, stretching from 34th to 47th streets.

Super Bowl Boulevard opens on Wednesday in Times Square and will feature free attractions, including concerts and skill games.

When she pleaded, she says the dispatcher offered a dropoff a full avenue away.

“I’m 81 years old, I walk with a cane and they act like it was nothing,” said Rivera. “I couldn’t possibly negotiate that area or any area at that hour of the day. She said that’s all we can offer you.”